Salesloft says Drift customer data thefts linked to March GitHub account hack

Salesloft, a sales engagement platform, has revealed that the theft of Drift customer data is linked to a GitHub account hack that occurred in March. The breach, which went undetected for six months, raises concerns about the company's security measures and response time. According to Salesloft, the hackers gained unauthorized access to the company's systems and compromised customer data, including email addresses and other sensitive information. The breach is believed to be the result of the March GitHub account hack, which provided the hackers with a means to infiltrate Salesloft's infrastructure. The extended duration of the breach before detection has led to questions about Salesloft's security protocols and the effectiveness of its monitoring and incident response processes. The company has assured its customers that it is working to address the breach and has implemented additional security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of robust cybersecurity practices and the need for prompt detection and mitigation of security breaches to protect customer data.